Adriana mentioned how her mentors challenged her to think even bigger, “Any idea you have can be ten times bigger.” Melani shared how important it was to find other tech founders who could offer support, “Find your tech founder bud, share and learn.”

I met plenty of new people and saw some familiar faces (some of whom had started their own business since the last time I saw them.) It was an inspiring evening and I think I may have even found a few collaborators. After all, isn’t that what it’s all about?

About the guest blogger: Anne McColl is the Principal at The Best D@mn Copywriter. She passionately believes in the power of words + pictures. Her mission is to help brands and companies to get real, drop the MBA-speak and find the right way to tell their story to connect with people. When Anne isn’t surfing the web, she can often be found surfing the juicy waves in San Diego. She helps a younger generation of girls rock as a Girl Scout leader. (Yes, there is a tech badge.) Follow her on Twitter at @annemccoll.